Brighton Acting

Acting classes

  • Acting classes for 11-16 year olds in Brighton

    Young Talent 11-16

    1-1 private classes

    To gain confidence, professionalism and focus.

    For those young people who are beginning to take playing and being silly, more seriously!

  • Professional Acting Classes in Brighton

    Professional Training

    1-1 private classes | 1-2 scene study classes

    To keep improving. Simple.

    For those actors who want to keep working on themselves and their craft.

  • Adult acting classes for beginners in Brighton

    Adult Beginners

    1-1 private classes | 1-2 shared classes

    To do something different.

    For those people who always wanted to take an acting class, but didn't know where to begin.

 “100% Reccomended”

 “Wit and warmth”

 “Life Changing”

  • Kim

    “Everything you touch turns to gold. You are my best investment! The lessons you’ve given Cady have really morphed the way she auditions - reflected in the callbacks of late!”

  • Cady (age 11)

    “Alicia is an amazing teacher, a brilliant performer and very knowledgeable. Being her student is one of the best experiences I have had - she’s expanded my acting knowledge and I’ve had so many callbacks after learning from her. She’s fun, kind and amazing!”

  • Madhav

    "I have just had a fantastic first lesson with Alicia and as a professional actor it was exactly what I was looking for. She’s very knowledgeable, easy going and works in a way that is suitable for what you need. Definitely recommend."

  • Arran

    “My experience so far with Alicia has been extremely informative, very interactive, and enjoyable. She has been able to make the beginning of learning the art of voiceovers smooth, exciting, and engaging. I feel like I am making progress and it is thanks to her responsive and honest style of teaching. She is great at highlighting what works, and pinpointing and explaining what does not. She makes you see how you can get better, then sets you on the path of motivated self-work to make sure there's no spoon-feeding. A worthwhile and enriching time!”

  • Christine

    “Perfect! Alicia is fantastic and my daughter looks forward to every session. Alicia is always professional, encouraging and has a lovely personable approach to the work. She is so generous with her time, really listens to Mia (my daughter) and pays attention to ensure she is getting the most out of the experience. I'd highly, highly recommend her to anyone thinking of working with an acting coach.”

  • Iana

    Alicia is wonderful! Brilliant mentor that guided me in my own journey to my goals. Personally she helped with any questions I might have at the time and I found useful advice on acting approach, self-tapes and techniques. Alicia really helped with changing my mindset and look at things with different perspectives I couldn't think of (or was scared to). Every session I had with Alicia, gave me one of the kind invaluable learning process, that I never received at any acting course or workshop! I’m so lucky and grateful to have the opportunity to learn and grow with Alicia.

  • Terry

    “Alicia was so fun and likeable and really wonderful to spend time with. She also knows her stuff and didn't mince her words when it came to helping me to pinpoint what it was I was really looking for. She helped me to understand what my job is, which I thought I knew but I didn't. She also gives so much of herself and goes above and beyond. I have definitely grown from the experience and would reccomend her to anyone who's stuck in a rut in their career.”

  • Toñi

    “100% (recommended)...these sessions can only be of benefit and make you think outside the box and also open your mind to new thinking and different avenues you never thought about. This is the kind of help I have been needing for a long time. I am glad I found it.”

  • Marissa

    “Alicia's coaching sessions - life changing! Wherever you are in life, she truly helps you to clear away the cobwebs to unearth what's already there. Alicia's honest approach guides you with a sparkle in her eye and a warmth in her heart.”

  • Georgia

    “Alicia's coaching is clear, individualised and straight to the point. She focuses the path to your goals with wit and warmth - I would highly recommend Planet Coaching to anyone looking to progress to the next level in their career.”

  • Vincent

    “Alicia is a personable Coach... she listens carefully and gives tips and tricks... I really appreciate her engagement and especially after finding the right solution. Also important to mention is her extensive knowledge of the film and acting industry, which is of great benefit…”

  • Leonie

    “Alicia has a wonderfully candid and fresh approach to coaching, I found her listening and reframing skills invaluable to help me find clarity when I was feeling particularly lost. I also found the tasks that she set very practical and useful to actually get to the crux of what I want 'Straight to the honey pot' as Alicia would say. Some moments can be confronting, Alicia doesn't shy away from what you might be avoiding or not admitting, I found this incredibly helpful to cut out all the nonsense and grab the blocks right by the balls. No bullshit - just active practical steps to get you back on track. I could not recommend her enough.”

  • Mel

    “I love Alicia's direct & honest approach. She understood the real me from the start & guided me to find the answers myself. After only 4 sessions I can already see the difference her coaching has made. Caring. Supportive. Highly recommended.”

  • Andrew

    “Working with Alicia has given me the opportunity and determination to achieve my goals. One goal in particular was to create a short film based on my life as a sufferer of mental illness. The process was very challenging and demanding. Alicia was able to put me at ease. She cared about me and wanted me to do well. She was always compassionate and approachable. Working together I was able to curate my film. It has now been shot and due to be released. Thank you Alicia!”

  • Jessica

    “Alicia taught me so much in just one session. I am using it DAILY! And after a week I am already feeling much better and more confident in myself. She has a personable and unique approach which is exactly what I needed. Real life tools which I could take away and put into practice.”

  • Andrew

    “I would highly recommend Alicia as a coach. Her directness, can do attitude and hands-on approach inspires me. Her individual work with me has given me a great outlook for my future, further developing me as a performer and person as a whole.”

  • Toñi

    “Approachable, friendly and knowledgeable. I felt listened to, relaxed and very hopeful, even after the very first session. My head was spinning around... But it felt good." "What I found particularly beneficial was the little details that can help you create a connection with an agent, a casting director, in order to make your communication more personal.”

  • Maria

    “Coaching is a big positive I will take from this lockdown, and I feel it has been of great benefit to me. After all, it is through your coaching that I came to my writing project of 2018 again. On a personal level I found you an absolute delight to work with - you are very focussed, positive and encouraging. I have really benefitted from the techniques and guidance you have given me.”

  • Renu

    “Alicia has a naturally person-centred approach. Being an actor, she has a instinctive knowing of our creative industry, which makes working with her a joy. She is warm, kind, and will always hold you to your highest potential - this is something I value greatly about working with Alicia. I knew in my heart that she held me to my best, and believed in me beyond question. The exercises and tools she offered were gently encouraging, and always with my purpose in mind. Her insight and wisdom navigated a shared path to reveal my best and most truthful self. I would recommend Alicia in a heartbeat.”

  • Toñi

    “I couldn't be happier. Thanks so much Alicia, you have given me the tools and the confidence to approach agents. Your relaxed, friendly and approachable manner made it a great experience, as well as your wealth of knowledge. I'm very happy.”

  • Neil

    “I shot that scene this afternoon with the US accent. It went well and I was complimented on the accent. My confidence as all due to you so I’m sending a ginormous hug…”

Book a 20 min zoom intro.

This is not a class, it’s an opportunity for us both to decide whether we would like to work together.

Informal & relaxed.

Acting is about being truthful.

Back to basics.

Words. Discipline. Exploration. Humour.

In recent times the craft of acting has been hijacked by various organisations and people for reasons other than to be better at the art. This is not only extremely frustrating and gives the industry a bad name, it churns out thousands of ‘actors’ who have absolutely no idea what acting actually is.

Social media, activist groups, downgrades in education and learning, the notion that anyone can be anything, are just a few examples of how we have lost our way in a land of make-believe. When acting is really all about seeing clearly in THE land of make-believe. Subtle difference.

Who are these classes for?

Anyone who’s primary want is to improve.

Expect to be challenged. Expect not everything to be easy. Expect to be told ‘no’ (and expect to be told yeessssssss!). Expect to learn lots about yourself. Expect to do personal work in your own time. Expect to listen. Expect to laugh. Expect the unexpected.

oPTIONAL EXTRAs

Acting for camera

  • Self-tapes

    Preparation; set-up; lighting; sound; wardrobe choices; readers; editing; what the camera sees; listening; letting go

  • What a ‘strong choice’ actually means

  • Mock castings

  • How to learn lines and why do it this way

  • On-set etiquette

    What to expect; terminology used; who’s who

  • Timelines in production; confidentiality, contracts

Show Business, Business

  • Lifestyle

    Work/life balance; day-jobs; personal presentation; social clubs and groups; resources; mental armour

  • Toolbox

    Headshots; CVs; showreels; social media; professional platforms; industry news; PR; how to Google, analyse and utilise information

  • Admin

    Emails to casting/ agents/ any industry professional (including how, when and why to change agents)

  • What they didn’t teach you at Drama School

On the mic

  • Check-out Brighton Voice Acting for more! Including GenAm4Actors (American accent training) and Public Speaking Coaching

Private or shared CLASS?

1-1. A private class. Just you and me.

We go at your pace. Tailored to you, the individual. Because one size does not fit all. Be that in portions, jeans or practising how to play.

1hr.

Online or in-person. £55/£70


1-2. A shared class. Three is not a crowd!

You can share the class with another actor, colleague or friend of your choice. This allows me to be the outside eye and you to focus on your scene partner.

1hr.

In-person only. £75 (£37.50 each)

A promotional headshot of Alicia Grace Turrell with wavy, shoulder-length reddish-brown hair, green eyes, and fair skin, smiling, wearing a light pink blazer and a gold pendant necklace, indoors with blurred background.

Your Coach


Hi. I’m Alicia. I am a working Actress, Voice Over Artist and Voice Director. I have a cv which spans Stage (West End to large-scale commercial shows to small intimate productions); Screen (BBC/ ITV/ Apple TV/ Amazon Prime/ feature films); Voice Over (extensive across all genres) and Directing (including several highly respected video games, plus award-winning AAA cult favourites). Head to the homepage for more info!

I’m an OG Brightonian. I was born in Brighton and after a few early years in Spain attending the International St. Georges School, my family and I returned to the UK.

I went to Brighton College from 8-18 and also trained at K-Bis Theatre School on most evenings and weekends in drama, singing and dance. I worked professionally through the adjacent child-agency at K-Bis.

Because of these two (very, very different) institutions I ended up being a healthy combination of: high achiever with strong social and interpersonal skills who undertook professional creative training from a primary school age. In short, I’m very disciplined, I aim to do my best and I’m really good with people.

I was brought up in a home environment led by two entrepreneurs, where our personal space was our professional space. This gave me really solid commercial experience, and also prepared me for the instability that would follow working in a creative industry (arguably, the hardest in the world).

I have exceptionally strong critical thinking skills, high EQ, and a real-world business background which have not only served me extremely well in understanding fictional people and circumstances, but also in understanding my very real students in our very real world, too.

To my (public school) alma mater’s absolute horror, I shunned both elite and redbrick options for higher education, and instead chose the newly ex-poly, Middlesex University at Trent Park. There I received a 2:1 on their world-renowned Performing Arts degree course.

I still believe strongly in what I believed then: always go with your gut.

The very best use of your time is to get to know yourself at the deepest level possible
— Alicia